Safety Relief Engineer / Specialist II
Company: NES Fircroft
Location: Spring
Posted on: April 7, 2026
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Job Description:
The Safety Relief Specialist II is responsible for performing
and reviewing engineering evaluations of process safety systems
that protect operating facilities from overpressure and related
risks. This role supports both capital project development and
operating sites by delivering accurate, efficient, and practical
process safety solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop Unit and
Flare Safety Relief Reviews (SRRs), providing engineering
evaluations of pressure relief and flare systems in support of
capital projects and site consulting activities Review, consult on,
and provide technical quality assurance (TQA) for Safety Relief
Reviews performed by site teams or third-party contractors Identify
and propose cost-effective mitigation strategies for SRR findings
Participate in risk assessments alongside Process Safety and Risk
teams Support operating sites in maintaining evergreen unit and
flare system models Perform and/or lead pressure relief system
analysis to support projects and site-based activities Deliver
high-quality, timely, and accurate process safety studies,
recommendations, and engineering solutions Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, or
equivalent experience in a closely related role Previous experience
in the oil, gas, refining, or petrochemical industries Strong
knowledge of process design fundamentals related to safety,
including overpressure scenario identification Demonstrated
experience leading, mentoring, or providing technical guidance to
engineering teams Solid understanding of process equipment
operation, including distillation columns, pumps, and compressors
Preferred Experience Hands-on experience with pressure relief
device sizing and systems analysis Experience with unit and flare
system modeling and maintenance Prior involvement in capital
project process safety studies Proven ability to balance safety,
operability, and cost when developing mitigation strategies Work
Environment This role collaborates closely with operations,
engineering, and process safety teams in a manufacturing-focused
environment, supporting both ongoing operations and project-driven
initiatives. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft
(NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing
provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals,
Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and
Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45
countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering
and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is
needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional
recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas
and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and
accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to
support our clients.
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